1959 BMW 700 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 906 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 BMW 700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 700 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 60 L |
